Strategic Procurement Performance Analyst

Air Canada; Dorval; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Canada—a leading Canadian airline—seeks a financially savvy professional to manage partner performance and monthly reconciliations. You will develop KPIs, support new contract implementation, and translate business requirements into AI-driven solutions. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

The role requires collaboration across finance and operations within a fast-paced environment, aligning with Air Canada priorities and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of accounting or related operations experience in a large company.
• Accounting/finance degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to design or leverage AI to automate workflows and analyze large datasets.
• Experience with Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio, Power Automate, Azure AI or similar platforms is an asset.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision making.
• Effective communication and ability to present to senior stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage ambiguity.
• Commitment to Air Canada priorities and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly reconciliation and financial performance against agreements.
• Create, manage and report financial and KPIs for partners.
• Assist in operationalizing new contracts and contract changes.
• Identify improvement opportunities and collaborate with internal teams.
• Translate business needs into AI-enabled solutions.
• Liaise with Finance for fiscal metrics and reporting.
• Prepare senior-level reports and presentations.

Skills

Accounting & finance acumen

Relationship management

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Strategic decision making

Communication

Problem solving

Team player

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Power BI

Copilot Studio

Power Automate

Azure AI

Job description

Being part of Air Canada is to become part of an iconic Canadian symbol, recently ranked the best Airline in North America. Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and vibrant team at the leading edge of passenger aviation.

Reporting to the Director, SP - Inflight Catering & Product, this position is responsible for: managing monthly reconciliation and financial performance against established agreements(s); creating, managing, and reporting financial and performance KPIs; assisting in the operationalization of new contracts; collaborating on continuous improvement opportunities; and translating business requirements into AI enabled solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall financial and operational performance of assigned Partners to assure maximum value deliverance from the partner relationships
• Manage Invoice payment performance, invoice controls and reporting to key internal stakeholders
• Provide management with economic impact and compliance issues surrounding key business decisions and/or contracts
• Monitor and manage the operational aspects of partner contracts, which includes but is not limited to contract compliance management, dispute and resolution management, change order management, invoice alignment, Statements of Work & Work Orders alignment, and general contract oversight
• Assist in the alignment of SLAs and KPI’s (operational and financial) with business strategy and operational execution
• Collaborate with the Finance Department to establish and report on fiscal reporting metrics
• Assist in the develop strategy based on partner segmentation, performance outcomes, and relationship and cost objectives
• Build strong cross-functional links to internal finance and operational teams
• Schedule and conduct Internal & External Annual Contract Reviews, and develop Improvement Action Plan(s)
• Be the primary POC for Air Canada on all issues related to executed Agreements for assigned Partner
• Monthly reconciliation and finalization of the on-time performance and the service failure KPIs with our partners, using the Power BI dashboard and related applications.
• Identify performance improvement opportunities to Partners and internal Service Owners
• Maintains effective relationships across the client and Partner organizations and facilitates issue resolution

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of accounting; relationship management and/or operations experience in a large company
• An accounting/finance degree and/or relevant experience commensurate to the role
• Ability to design, configure, or leverage AI agents to automate workflows, analyze large datasets, conduct research, generate insights, support sourcing events, manage supplier information, and improve business decision-making. Experience with Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio, Power Automate, Azure AI, or similar enterprise AI platforms is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated effective analytical skills, and experience with Big Data
• Team player and ability to function effectively in a fast paced, team-oriented work environment with a bias toward action
• Ability to operate effectively under conditions of ambiguity
• Ability to understand and affect decisions strategically for the interest of Air Canada first and foremost
• Demonstrated ability to foster relationships and ability to lead and influence with or without formal authority
• Strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability for delivering high-quality work
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver senior level reports and presentations
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Familiar with Transport Canada Aviation regulations and norms.
• Demonstrate punctuality and dependability to support overall team success in a fast-paced environment.

Conditions Of Employment

Candidates must be eligible to work in the country of interest at the time any offer of employment is made and are responsible for obtaining any required work permits, visas, or other authorizations necessary for employment. Prior to their start date, candidates will also need to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the country of interest.

Linguistic Requirements

Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to bilingual candidates.

Diversity and Inclusion

Air Canada is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment which highlights employees’ unique contributions to our company’s success.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our customers, and communities, in which we live and serve.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.